W7TGL here on the oregon coast since 1999.
I've not been on the airwaves much since my daughter (another ham) left for the Air Force back in 2004. I know, shame on me. I do assist with local Health & Wellness call during emergencies and power-outs here on the coast and enjoy doing so.

I might pick up a new handheld at some point just to be more up to date (that and i have a hard time saying _no_ to gadgets!).

Thom

Can't relate to the Gadget buying at all!

I am just glad the Fish Fry next weekend is the same time as Dayton or I am sure I would be there finding things I "Need" but don't know yet?

Hi:
I (VE3EQP), and my non-Ham friend John will be heading to the yearly HamVention in Dayton, OH. It's a long trip from here, about 12 hours with shopping in Troy, OH. We will be staying at the Tall Timbers KOA near Clayton and it will be my first Egg outing this year. APRS tracking is VE3EQP-14.
MANY Hams staying there, with only a few Eggs!. We'll be on the road Thursday and the event lasts the weekend. A fun time every year.
73
Mike VE3EQP .....>